Well-appointed gym in a historic setting. Pool, steam room, sauna, Pilates, massage, tons of…read moreclasses, library, coffee shop, BAR.....

Wow! It was fun to exercise at such a historical building in NOLA. It wasn't too busy when we went…read morein a weekday afternoon and this building is huge with multiple floors and rooms!

What's there bad to say about a good gym? I started training here in the early part of this year…read moreand have really grown accustomed to the place. It took me a while to learn names (which I'm terrible at) but it wasn't long before Jake and his staff made me feel right at home here. No snobs here. Everyone from the trainers to the members are friendly, always a smile to be found and none of that predatory gawking happening here (for you ladies) people come in here for one thing only, and that's to handle business. The place is always spotless, plenty of options of machines and free weights. Clean locker rooms, clean bathrooms, and staff that really know what they're talking about should you have any questions about anything. There's an overall very positive vibe in this gym and that's both encouraging and comforting in wanting to continue to workout here. I've never had an issue waiting for a machine, I find getting in there as early as possible or during (normal) work hours is the least busiest time of the day and you're more likely to get in and outta there relatively quickly. All this talking about it has got me ready, time to bang out another sesh.

Looking for a no BS, get after it and go, kind of gym. Yup that's this place. It's clean, local…read moreand free of weirdos with gains fetishism. In other words, it's a win. Big enough to get reps in without being crowded. Small enough to get walk from end to end with sore legs. REALLY fair pricing as well.

I am a beginner to the gym workout life. I've always worked out at home with the little equipment…read morethat I have such as bands, free weights, and running around the neighborhood. I used to be a part of a commercial gym prior to joining PFRX. It was one of those gems that were always clean, had a nice inexpensive monthly rates, and many many machine options. The problem for me was, that every time I went, I had to wait a turn or alter my workout due to the lack of availability of machines. I found that when I would be able to work out I had to somewhat rush myself through my workout because people would always ask me how many more reps do I have left. So I begin to venture out and look for another gym home one that could accommodate all of my needs. That is what PFRX has done for me. There are friendly and knowledgeable staff during staffing hours, location is always clean, if I have any questions on how to use a machine properly during staff hours, someone is happy to help me. They have trainers available. And most importantly for me, they aren't as crowded as your commercial gyms, which allows me the access to mini machines, and to be able to get a workout in without someone asking am I using this machine or how many reps do I have left? For me, those are huge factors! Now, yes, this is not a commercial gym and the price is very reasonable when you are investing in your health and wellness. I am truly enjoying my time at PFRX and I am really looking forward to our relationship in the coming years. Oh wait! I didn't mention the variety of machines and services they have. Wanna know, book your tour! You won't be disappointed.

When I tried to cancel my membership, they instead have now sent me literally hundreds of…read morethreatening voicemails over the years. They call me every single day and threaten me. These people should be in jail.

On a disaster deployment in NOLA. They have been dropping in at this gym with polite staff, sound…read moreequipment, and warm showers. They have an entire facility with a racquetball, aerobics room, cardio, and weights. Just one note is they are on the 13th floor

Great equipment. Clean. Not overly crowded. Easy walk from my hotel. Nice place to trainread more

This place is AMAZING! Old school gym with any type of machine, rack, or weight you could want…read more Absolutely no frills...including a/c. If you want a fancy pants gym, keep moving. If you want old school Arnold Schwarzenegger/The Hulk....see ya there! Ladies, if you go alone, it looks a little intimidating from the outside, but it's not. They're very welcoming!

Best gym I've ever been a part of. Old school. No frills. Come in, work out, and get it done!…read moreHighly recommend!

Reevaluate, great space, great staff. Convenient uptown location and even more convenient hours.read more

After checking out many of the other local fitness centers I finally found Uptown Fitness. First…read morevisit was great. They showed me around, answered my questions and did not treat me like I was going to be a blight on their property because I was not 25 years old and in great shape. Truly, they are there to help you not make it a pick up spot. I requested a personal trainer and was lined up with one for the very next day at a time that I picked. I was asked a lot of questions by the trainer as to what I was looking for and she focused on those techniques to help me achieve my goals. It has wipes all over so you can clean the machines after you use them and it never smells bad. The staff is always smiling and seem to be in a good mood when I come in. I'm so happy I kept looking.

It is a decent gym. You have to go to third floor of the mall near the movie theatre. I've seen…read moremany reviews stating they could not find it. Not a large gym but large enough and enough weight to do what is needed. I didn't work out but I browsed the gym . Wasn't busy at 3 pm on a Sunday.

Couldn't find the gym and tried calling but nobody answered the phone. Woke up early and walked all…read morethe way over there for a workout but could not find the gym.

Spyre has become my go-to weekend spot in NOLA. If you're looking for a great workout, you have to…read moretake a class with Dana. She is incredibly motivating, fun to talk to, and will absolutely push you to your limits! After a tough class, it's the perfect environment to unwind. The space is beautifully designed--very aesthetic, cozy, and inviting. Whether you want to get some work done at the cafe (which has a great selection of coffee, food, and drinks) or focus on recovery, they have you covered. They offer excellent sauna and cold plunge packages, plus day passes for the pool. It's a top-tier spot to sweat, recover, and relax.

My first visit to Spyre was great; it is very beautiful! Upon entering, we were greeted by the…read morestaff. Betsy took us on a tour. She was nice. I bought 2 day passes for 3 hours; 1 hour included the gym. After I hit the treadmill, I relaxed by the pool. Lockers are provided. Spyre offers monthly memberships, massages, and many classes. There is also a cafe of one wants to grab a bite to eat.

As far as high end Gyms go, Franco's has a lot of bang for your buck…read more Unlimited included classes with your membership. Access to other locations including A 100k sq foot location 30min away which has everything you can imagine a gym should have. Brand new/lightly used equipment with every possible attachment and accessories. Very friendly staff as well. Would recommend this gym to anyone in the Garden District area!

I relocated to NOLA and was seeking a gym near my office. Checked out Franco's amongst other…read morecenters and I really liked the facility. In sum , the gym has everything you need without the things your don't need. Moreover, both the staff and members are super friendly and the techno gym equipment is top notch ! Highly recommended!!

Re: COVID-19 operations and safety practices…read more I gotta slow clap for y'all because I am loving the new implementation of the appointments online and how serious the JCC is taking COVID-19. Members of JCC Uptown are able to book appointments up to three days in advance for one hour block sessions. Everyone has to wear a mask upon entry and get your temperature checked. Per their constant email communications all members must arrive ready to workout (lockers are only available for bathrooms so no showers or storage purposes) and bring in your own towel and water bottle. They allow no more than 7 people at a time in the cardio room and around 8/9 in the weights room. Within the cardio room every other machine is shut down to practice social distancing. You'll also find plenty of marked disinfected and used cleaning sprays so you can wipe your machine before and after. Their team also cleans the machines CONSTANTLY. Like I seriously would get off the cardio machine wipe it down, just to then see them wipe it down again themselves. I feel safe coming here and appreciate there isn't a crazy occupancy capacity happening right now. TAKE MY MONIES. *Just know you will have to sign a waiver the first time you initially go during COVID-19, because liability and lawsuits ya know...

Left the JCC around 4 today and encountered at least 100 people coming in for family swim. There…read morewas even a dog in a stroller ! Something has to be done to control and organize the crowds. It's not fair to the regular members or the front desk. The workout facilities are excellent. However, effective 8-01-26, they are closing both locker rooms for 9 months!